The line graph compares wheat exports from Australia, Canada, and the European Community between 1985 and 1990, measured in millions of tonnes.
Overall, Canada’s wheat exports fluctuated considerably throughout the period, while Australia’s exports showed a steady decline. In contrast, the European Community experienced an overall upward trend and became the largest exporter by the end of the period.
In 1985, Canada exported the most wheat, at approximately 19 million tonnes, followed by the European Community with around 16 million tonnes and Australia with 15 million tonnes. Canadian exports fell slightly to about 17 million tonnes in 1986 before rising sharply to roughly 21 million tonnes in 1987 and peaking at 25 million tonnes in 1988. However, exports then dropped dramatically to around 14 million tonnes in 1989 before recovering to approximately 19 million tonnes in 1990.
Australia’s exports remained relatively stable at around 15-16 million tonnes until 1986, after which they declined gradually. By 1988, exports had fallen to about 12 million tonnes and reached around 11 million tonnes in both 1989 and 1990, the lowest figure among the three exporters.
The European Community followed the opposite pattern. Its exports decreased slightly from about 16 million tonnes in 1985 to 14 million tonnes in 1986, then remained stable at around 15 million tonnes until 1988. From 1989 onwards, exports increased significantly, reaching about 19 million tonnes and finally around 21 million tonnes in 1990, making it the leading wheat exporter.